Overview
Itinerary
Arrive in the enthralling city of Budapest, where your river ship awaits on the Danube River. Enjoy a Captain's Welcome Reception and meet your fellow travellers and Cruise Director. Stay Seven Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (D)
Awake to views of one of the Danube's most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights.
Afterwards, get into the festive spirit with a visit to two of the city's charming Christmas markets. Back on board this evening, enjoy a delightful Gala Welcome Dinner while you cruise. (B/L/D)
Take in Vienna's Ringstrasse, plus enjoy a visit to St Stephen's Cathedral.
Afterwards, wander through the Christmas markets and perhaps pick up a souvenir or two. As the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread fills the wintry air, you'll come to realise that the festive season in Europe is nothing short of magical. (B/L/D)
Celebrate a magical Christmas Day in Vienna with a visit to Schonbrunn Palace.
Later, enjoy a traditional Christmas feast on board your ship with all the trimmings. (B/L/D)
Cruise to the town of Durnstein and enjoy a stroll past rustic town houses and taverns. Along the way, gaze up to the hilltop ruins of the castle where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Melk.
Later tour through Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.
Continue along the Danube River to Regensburg, located in the southern region of the Bavarian Forest. Here, wander along its cobblestone lanes, taking a journey through the ages as you explore the historic streets, medieval buildings and cultural sites on your guided walking tour.
This evening, enjoy a Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)
After breakfast today, disembark your ship in Nuremberg and be transferred to the airport in Munich for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Explore seven towns, villages and cities
- Celebrate Christmas Day in Vienna
- Enjoy a festive Bavarian evening on your ship with traditional food and entertainment
- Seven nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
- Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
- Transfers, port charges and tipping
- 20 meals - 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
- Prices are for cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified
Life Onboard Polaris
Part of Travelmarvel's brand-new fleet of European river ships, Polaris makes river cruising Europe with Travelmarvel better than ever before. Read more
Travelmarvels cruise directors plus a high staff-to-guest ratio on each ship ensures a smooth cruise holiday. Read more
Polaris has its guests cruising in style with more amenities & features in each stateroom and suite. Read more
Discover Europe's culinary delights with a greater range of dining venues and options to suit your preference. Read more
From live music and dancing, to parties and games, Travelmarvel's Polaris will keep you entertained day and night. Read more
Enjoy an unimpeded view of Europe from the Sun and Sky decks, available to you throughout your cruise. Read more
Deck Plans
Window Stateroom
French Balcony
French Balcony
Cabins
Category LD (Window Stateroom)
- 153 sq ft/ 14.2 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Each room has windows that offer stunning views
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Category MD (French Balcony)
- 167 sq ft/ 15.5 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Category UD (French Balcony)
- 167 sq ft/ 15.5 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Owners Suite
- 258 sq ft/ 24 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony and windows that offer stunning views
- Seating area with chair
Brochure
Travelmarvel Europe (2025)
Availability
Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category MD | $ 1,395 |
| Category UD | $ 1,545 |
| Owners Suite | $ 2,195 |
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Travelmarvel. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Travelmarvel. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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